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Man, it’s wild to think Pokemon GO is almost 10 years old – it first came out way back in 2016! It’s definitely changed a lot since then. While it hasn’t always stayed at that initial hype level, there’s still a really dedicated group of us playing. They keep things fresh with new Pokemon, events, and challenges, which is cool. But honestly, lately I’ve been thinking about all the changes, and it feels like not every update has been a win, especially when you’re right in the middle of a seasonal event. It’s got me and a lot of other players reflecting on how the game’s evolved.

Sadly, a number of great games only received one release and never got a follow-up. Some were even exclusive to the original console they came out on. Here’s a look at some of the best games that never had a sequel, and a few that might be better suited for a complete remake than a continuation of the story.

I’ve been following One Piece for a while now, and it’s clear that Monkey D. Luffy is the main character and a seriously powerful fighter. In a world packed with strong Marines, pirates, and all sorts of groups, Luffy really sets himself apart. What’s especially interesting is how he’s constantly developing and improving his Gum-Gum Fruit powers over time.

Saros shares similarities with Returnal – like a shifting planet and quick, challenging gameplay focused on dodging attacks – but it’s a standalone experience with its own unique story. While there are subtle nods to Returnal’s narrative and the same actress who played Selene appears in Saros, players can fully enjoy the new protagonist Arjun’s journey without any prior knowledge of the previous game. Saros aims to be more approachable than Returnal through a core gameplay adjustment, hopefully attracting a wider audience to Housemarque’s consistently high-quality work.

This year, I played a lot of portable, replayable games – rogue-lites especially – because I traveled quite a bit. From trips to Paris to experience Pokemon Legends Z-A, to the opening of Epic Universe, having the Switch 2 and Xbox ROG Ally X with me kept me entertained and actually made me enjoy some games even more than I expected.